Pauly and Cam made a very handsome couple. In his designer tuxedo and his short, light brown hair spiked just right, Pauly was as handsome as Cam was stunning. Many eyes turned toward them as they walked into the hotel ballroom where the dinner was being held. They quickly found their places at a table where Pauly had booked their seats with a few of the men from his precinct. People were milling around, talking, and greeting associates and business connections while waiting for the food to be served. The superficiality struck Cam immediately. She’d forgotten what these events were like. It had been a long time since she’d accompanied her parents to one of these political fund-raisers. The small talk at the table was cordial but Cam’s interest was focused on the head table where the mayor

